During the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun's rays are directly overhead at: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

During the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun's rays are directly overhead at:
A. The Arctic Circle
B. The equator
C. The Tropic of Capricorn (23.5°S)
D. The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N)
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
During the winter solstice (around December 21), the Sun's rays are directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn (23.5°S), marking the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

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